MORNING SICKNESS

The feeling of nausea that occurs during pregnancy or experienced by a pregnant woman is known as morning sickness. It usually occurs during the first trimester of pregnancy. This feeling of nausea may or may not induce vomiting.

HOW IS MORNING SICKNESS DIAGNOSED?

Morning sickness is typically diagnosed based on the signs and symptoms. If the health care provider suspects hyperemesis gravidarum, you may need various urine and blood tests. The doctor may also do an ultrasound to confirm the number of fetuses and detect any underlying conditions that may be contributing to the nausea.

HOW IS MORNING SICKNESS TREATED?

Treatment is not required for this condition as it is experienced by most pregnant women but if it persists then a gynaecologist could prescribe anti-nausea medications or vitamin B6 supplements.

DID YOU KNOW?

About half of the women who experience morning sickness, get relieved of the feeling within the first 14 weeks.